When you walk into the Johnston Library you can't miss Library Director Willona Goers' smile. But soon it will be gone as Goers retires on Oct. 4.

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"10-4 just seemed appropriate," Willona Goers said in a news release.

For nearly nine years, Goers said she has loved working at the library because it makes such a difference in people's lives.

"From the little kids who love story time to seniors who are reading for their enjoyment and education," she said.

Goers has oversee huge changes at the library as the industry moves into the digital age including the addition of eBooks, audio books, downloadable music and magazines. She also worked with the Friends of the Johnston Library group to create the "Art In The Barn" fundraiser.

"We are so lucky to be in a community where Library services are valued and I am very grateful for that. I have been so grateful for staff, my City of Johnston colleagues, the support of the Library Board and elected officials," Goers said.

Oct. 4 happens to be the ninth anniversary of the moment she started work at the library. An open house is planned on Oct. 3 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Johnston Public Library.

Eric Melton will start work on Sept. 30 as the new Library Director. He was the Assistant Library Director at Kirkendall Public Library in Ankeny.